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51.
Which launch vehicle was used by ISRO to launch the latest advanced Earth Observation Satellite?
A PSLV-C59
B GSLV Mk III
C LVM3-M4
D SSLV-D3
52.
A sustained boost in industrial output, driven by the manufacturing sector, typically indicates which of the following for the economy?
A Decreased employment opportunities
B Weakening of economic fundamentals
C Expansion of economic activity and potential for higher GDP
D Increased reliance on agricultural sector
53.
Which of the following indices is primarily used in India to measure the overall performance and growth of the industrial sector, including manufacturing?
A Consumer Price Index (CPI)
B Wholesale Price Index (WPI)
C Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
D Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI)
54.
What is the direct consequence of 'strong momentum' in the manufacturing sector, as stated in the topic?
A Decline in agricultural production
B Boost in industrial output
C Reduction in service sector contribution to GDP
D Increase in the current account deficit
55.
If the RBI maintains the repo rate unchanged due to inflation concerns, what is the likely immediate impact on the availability of credit in the economy?
A Credit becomes significantly cheaper
B Credit becomes significantly more expensive
C Credit availability and cost remain relatively stable
D RBI directly restricts bank lending
56.
According to the topic, what is the primary concern that led the RBI to maintain the status quo on its monetary policy?
A Boosting export competitiveness
B Managing government debt
C Addressing inflation concerns
D Stimulating credit growth
57.
When the RBI 'maintains status quo on monetary policy,' what does it primarily signify regarding its key policy rates like the repo rate?
A They are increased
B They are decreased
C They are kept unchanged
D They are abolished
58.
A sustained period of robust domestic demand is most likely to lead to which of the following economic outcomes?
A Decrease in overall production capacity
B Increase in imports and widening trade deficit
C Higher investment and job creation
D Significant depreciation of the domestic currency
59.
Which of the following is a significant component contributing to 'robust domestic demand' in an economy?
A Private Consumption Expenditure
B Government Revenue from Taxes
C Foreign Exchange Reserves
D Public Debt
60.
What is identified as a primary driver for India's strong GDP growth, according to the given topic?
A Robust Domestic Demand
B Increased Foreign Direct Investment
C High Export Growth
D Significant Government Disinvestment